SUPPORT: 

One-on-one support: Emotional support is available at any stage of the brain tumour journey for patients, caregivers and families who need someone to listen. Contact us from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (EST) at 1-800-265-5106 or 519-642-7755. Learn more

Local support group: Our support groups offer a safe, welcoming space to connect with others who understand and to find comfort, guidance and strength along the brain tumour journey. Join our hybrid support group in Ottawa! The group meets the last Wednesday of each month at 6 pm AST. Learn more

Facebook support groups: Our Facebook support groups offer a safe, welcoming space to connect with others who understand and to find comfort, guidance and strength along the brain tumour journey. We offer dedicated Facebook groups for pediatric families, caregivers, the general community and young adults.  Learn more

RESOURCES: 

Brain tumour handbooks: Our handbooks provide comprehensive, trusted information to help individuals and families navigate every stage of the brain tumour journey. 

Infosheets: Our infosheets offer clear, concise information on specific topics to support informed decision-making and understanding. 

Webinars: Our webinars feature expert-led sessions that provide valuable insights, education and guidance on a range of brain tumour topics. 

Podcast: Our podcast shares real stories, expert perspectives and meaningful conversations to inform, support and connect the brain tumour community. 

LOCAL RESEARCH:

LOCAL STORIES: 

Fighting on after a second diagnosis – Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada 

Caring for Anne: A husband’s journey through glioblastoma – Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada 

Living fully after a brain tumour diagnosis – Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada 

Growing Through Life’s Challenges – Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada 

Team Yippee Happy Liveliness – Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada 

CHILDREN AND TEENS: 

Youth Education Awards: The Youth Education Awards support young survivors of pediatric brain tumours in pursuing post-secondary education and reaching their goals. Learn more about one of our London 2024 award recipients, Jack Woodbridge. 

https://www.braintumour.ca/award/jack-woodbridge-2025-youth-education-award/ 

Pediatric brain tumour handbook: The Pediatric Handbook provides trusted, practical information to help families navigate a child’s brain tumour diagnosis and care. 

Pediatric Facebook group: Our Pediatric Facebook group offers a supportive space for parents and other caregivers to connect, share experiences and find guidance while navigating a child’s brain tumour journey. 

Storybook A Friend in Hope: A Friend in Hope is a comforting storybook designed to help children understand and cope with a brain tumour diagnosis, whether it is their own or that of a loved one, through gentle storytelling and reassurance. 

Sibling Support Project: The Sibling Support Project provides resources and connection for siblings of children with a brain tumour, helping them navigate their emotions and feel seen, supported and understood. 

Superkids Educational Program: SUPERKIDS is an educational program designed to help teachers and parents educate children and teenagers about brain tumours and how the brain works, while promoting awareness, empathy, kindness and understanding. 

Talking to Your Child Resource: Our new guide, “Talking to Your Child,” for parents and caregivers, was developed to help discuss brain tumour diagnoses with children. 

YOUNG ADULTS: 

Trevor Harrison Civic Engagement Scholarship: The Trevor Harrison Civic Engagement Scholarship recognizes and supports individuals impacted by a brain tumour who demonstrate resilience, leadership and a commitment to making a difference in their communities. 

YA Support Group: Our support groups offer a safe, welcoming space to connect with others who understand and to find comfort, guidance and strength along the brain tumour journey. Join our Young Adult Virtual Support Group! This group meets on the last Thursday of each month from 7:00 to 8:30 pm EST. 

YA Resources and Information: Information and resources for young adults facing a brain tumour diagnosis, including guidance on relationships, intimacy, fertility and personal development, are available online through Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada, along with support for their loved ones and caregivers. 

YA Facebook Group: Our Young Adult Facebook group offers a supportive space to connect, share experiences and find community with others navigating a brain tumour in young adulthood. 

YA Digital Stories: Our Digital Stories share real experiences from young adults affected by a brain tumour, offering connection, insight and a sense of community through powerful storytelling.